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Inclusive Ames is reporting that they have been working with the Ames Human Relations Commission to petition the Ames Mayor and Ames City Council to adopt a Safe City Resolution. Find out more at InclusiveAmes.org

We are happy to share that local progressive action organization Inclusive Ames has developed a yard sign to affirm our community’s commitment to making Ames a more inclusive place. The sign is available for $7 until Monday, May 29, and was designed by Ashley Rippke of Rippke Design. To order your sign, fill out the … Continue reading Inclusive Ames yard sign

There are many ways to engage with Ames Progressive Alliance – we can’t wait for you to join us in working for a better Ames. How can I connect? Social media Want to keep on top of current events in Ames, ways you can help, and engage in discussion? Follow us on social media. Follow … Continue reading Connect With Us

Show your love for Human Service Agency Grant Programs in Ames! Join the Ames Progressive Alliance at the Ames City Council meeting on February 14, 2017 to show your support for local human services funding! When: 5:15pm, Tuesday, February 14, 2017 Where: Ames City Hall, 515 Clark Ave What’s going on? In 1986, Ames voters passed … Continue reading Join us at the City Council meeting on Feb 14

Join the Interfaith Council for Peace and Justice, Interfaith Round Table of Wastenaw County, and Ames Progressive Alliance in standing up for our Muslim and refugee brothers and sisters. How can I help? Show your support of our Muslim and refugee neighbors by posting a sign in your yard or business. Order one here.

In 1986, Ames voters passed a local sales tax via a public vote. That vote was based on the idea that some of the money would go to decrease property taxes and the rest would go to human services, the arts and community betterment. Since then, many dollars have been going to items historically paid … Continue reading Take Local Action: Email Ames City Council Today

The March for Science is officially scheduled for April 22, 2017 in Washington DC. Satellite marches are being organized across the country including in Des Moines Iowa. About the March (from https://www.marchforscience.com/ ) The March for Science is a celebration of our passion for science and a call to support and safeguard the scientific community. … Continue reading March for Science – Apr 22

November 29, 2016 in the Farwell T. Brown Auditorium at the Ames Public Library. The focus was on building connections between Ames residents, including Iowa State University students who make up a large part of the Ames community. Our goal was to start the work to ensure that Ames is an inclusive community where all differences are valued. If you are interested … Continue reading Inclusive Ames, A Time to Act

September 15, 2016 — Our second Progressive Pints night was focused on literacy challenges in our community. Several parents shared their personal stories, including Helen Blitvich of Decoding Dyslexia Iowa who has been a great advocate for students with dyslexia in our district. We also heard an update from Ames School Board member Alisa Frandsen on the Literacy Plan … Continue reading Progressive Pints on Literacy